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Originally Posted by Inner_Firefly
Recently quit my job to fully focus on my freelance business doing what I love  , a goal T and I have been working on for the past 8 years.
T helped me find the courage to take the leap. I couldn't have done it without her support. 
Because there's no guarantee of income, money is super tight.
Last session, I told her I've been dumpster diving for food to save money, because I'm scared of running out before my business succeeds.
I pay $15 per session. To normal people this is nothing, but to me this means food.
She works at a non-profit where there's a sliding scale, but I'm worried she'll be offended if I bring this up.
She might think I don't value and respect her work. I worry she won't understand why I can "afford" business supplies and equipment, but not therapy.
I toss and turn at night, missing her and feeling ashamed for not having more money.
Last session was 3 months ago. |
I feel like most people would understand why you can afford business supplies and equipment, but not therapy. Your business supplies and equipment are essential for the future success of your career.
It sounds like it might help you to be honest with her. There might be resources in the community that she is aware of an can point you to. And if you are entitled to a lower fee because of your income, that has nothing to do with how much you value her work.
It sounds like you might be in a little spiral of shame, and maybe asking for help and being open about what's going on might really help you. She has been helping you for so long- I suspect it might help to have her assurance during this rough patch as well.